Despite being linked to a host of players, Everton have been very quiet in the transfer market so far this summer after having only recruited the services of midfielder Gareth Barry on a free transfer. One can definitely expect a couple of new faces to arrive through the Goodison Park door before the start of the season though, as manager Roberto Martinez has publicly stated that he is looking to…
Everton are expected to gain momentum in the transfer market in the coming few days and as a result, have been linked with a host of names recently. Having already signed Gareth Barry, manager Roberto Martinez is looking to further bolster his midfield and recent reports claim that the Toffees are looking to sign Roman Eremenko – the man dubbed as the ‘Finnish Xavi’. With the signing of Muhamed Besic…
While Roberto Martinez’s first season in charge as Everton was certainly an overwhelming success, the real test of the Spaniard’s mettle will be during the upcoming the campaign, as he will have bear the burden of expectation from the fans as well as the media. With the so-called top six sides possessing a luxury of riches at their disposal while Everton having to do with limited resources, it will certainly…
Everton have completed their first signing of the summer in the form of Gareth Barry on a free transfer. The former Manchester City man signs on a three year deal and brings with him a wealth of Premier League experience and quality to Goodison Park. While certainly not a surprise signing, Everton had to fight off competition from a host of clubs from the English top flight as well as…
While Roberto Martinez’s system of recruiting players on loan may have garnered quite a few critics last season, it certainly paid dividends as the Toffees enjoyed a magnificent campaign where they finished in 5th place ahead of the likes of Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United. Almost all of the loan signings who arrived at Goodison Park certainly made a positive impact but the one who was perhaps the most impressive…
There is no doubting that Tony Hibbert is a legend at Everton and enjoys a cult hero status with the fans. Having joined the club over two decades ago as a younng boy, Hibbert is an Evertonian through and through and has gone on to make over 300 appearances for his beloved Blues. Probably not the most skillful of players, Hibbert has been able to win over the fans with…
It would not be an exaggeration to say that Gareth Barry was one of the main reasons why Everton enjoyed such a fine season last year. Signed on a season long loan from Manchester City, the experienced midfielder’s arrival was not greeted with too much fanfare but as the campaign progressed, the Toffees’ fans began to realize how much of an asset he was proving out to be. Although not…
It is no secret that Everton enjoyed a fantastic campaign last season, where the Toffees came agonizingly close to claiming a Champions League spot. As a result, manager Roberto Martinez was widely lauded for not just leading Toffees to a lofty 5th placed finish but also implementing a brilliantly watchable style of play which was not prevalent at Goodison Park during former manager David Moyes’ reign. However, undoubtedly an even…
Stunning goals, dramatic upsets, passionate crowds and exhilarating action – the FIFA World Cup returning to football’s spiritual home in Brazil has certainly lived upto all expectation. While it is anybody’s guess as to which team will now go on to triumph come July the 13th, there have been plenty of players who have impressed and one can certainly expect a host of clubs to be fighting it out in…
In a ridiculously talented Belgium national team heading into the 2014 FIFA World Cup, winger Kevin Mirallas is undoubtedly one of the stars for the Red Devils. The 26-year old has lit up Goodison Park since his arrival two years ago and his performances this season were absolutely vital in Everton earning a fine 5th place finish. Kevin Mirallas Team Belgium Age 26 Position Winger Int. Caps 44 Int. Goals…